2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Maserati | Triumph |
Model | Quattroporte | Vitesse |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4691 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |